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Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

WE have received the first number
of the Herald, a neat, bright and
spicy little paper published at New
bern, in Dyer county. Its entire get
up displays pluck, energy and talent.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

IT Is figured that an advance Of
half a cent per pound on cotton made
the South $4,000, 900. Little things
count mighty big sometimes.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

BRO. FERRELL, of the Humboldt
Messenger is sick and wants to sell
out. We know several other editors
in the same fix. .'HI ttlr- y
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

The cold wave which careered
through the South last Sunday was a
few hours behind schedule time, but
it got here all the same.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

In the w. G. T. U. convention at
Nashville the other day, a resolution
prevailed to that effect, and a most
earnest prayer was offered for the
press of Nashville. Like all unre-
p~entant sinners, not a single editor in
the city felt like the prayer was aim
ed at him or his paper.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

GEo. s. RIvEs, of New York, has
been appointed Assistant Secretary of
State to succeed Gov. Porter. g
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

THE woods are atire in West Ten
nessee and a candidate for Governor
is started from nearly every brush
pile. i
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

Col. DUNCAN B. COOPER has TAX
IN the position of managing editor of
the Nashville American, while Col.
Colyar remains editor in chief. 1t
has been ramored that another morn
ing paper would be established in
Nashville sometime this winter
with Col. Cooper at its head. We
wonder if this arrangement isn't
made to head of any name Of that
Kind.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

A MAJORITY of the members of
the 5Oth Congress are already gather
ed at Washington. =.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

M. WILSON, a son-in-law of Pres
ident Grevy of the French Republic,
has brought the administration into
disgrace by some Infamous and scan
dalous proceedings. All of the min
istry resigned last Saturday, leaving
the President without a cabinet, and
with no prospect of forming another
with strength enough to hold to-
gether. 1t is a critical %juncture with
France.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

A STATE convention of prohibi-
tionists was held at Minneapolis,
MIMI, this week.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

THE Athens Post gets in more
news to the square inch than any
other paper in Tennessee. i.arl
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

All who desire full information about the
cause and cure Of Blood Poisons, scrofula
and Scrofulous Swellings, Ulcers, Sores,
Rheumatism, Kidney Complaints. Catarrh.
ETC., can secure by mail, free. q copy Of our
S2-page Illustrated Book Of Wonders, filed
with the most wonderful and startling
proof ever before known. Address,
BLOOD BALM CO.,
Atlanta, Ga.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

WANTED, from the lakes to the
Rio Grande, from the Atlantic to the
prairies of the West. RAIN.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26
EDITORS IDEAS
Scintillations from the Editorial Col.
umns Of our Exchanges.

ANOTHER "DEEsTRICT" HEARD
FROM.
Memphis Avalanche: The Nc
Minnville Standard is wrestling with
the question whether measles should
be considered a singular or a plural
noun. The disease is plural when
you've got 1t, because it's all over you
in spots. There, now.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

y Crusade has been inaugurated
against the bucket shops in Chicago.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

NASHVILLE now has a lively
race for the mayoralty on hand.
John j. Littleton, editor of the Ma
tional Review, has been nominated
by the Republicans, and Mr., c.. p.
McCarver is the Democratic stan
dard bearer. The Democrats of
Nashville will have to rally their
forces from away back and sound
their slogan loud and long if they
beat L%ittlejohnton j. ,a
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

CONGRESS will assemble onesweek
from next Monday. The session will
likely extend well into next sum-
mer, and much more time will in all
probability be given to political Skin
mishing than to transaction of the
country's business. Mr.. Cleveland
will be about the coolest and most
level-headed man in Washington this
winter. His denomination and re-
election are both so well assured that
he can afford to attend strictly to
business, while the politicians do the
wrangling. -a.na .lU..aeBL
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26

JOHANN MOST, the ringleader of
the anarchists in this country was ar
rested and placed in jail in new York
on Thursday of last week, for max
ing an incendiary speech. This is the
second time he has been arrested for
the same offense, and he will likely
get the full punishment this time,
which is one years Imprisonment
and a fine. 1t is certainly to be hop
ed he will be made to pay the full
penalty. This country ought to be
made very unhealthy for all of his
sort.
Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1887-11-26
A Valuable Farm
FOR SALE.

Containing 22O acres IL miles South Of
McMiDnville, Tenn, between McMinnville
and NJ. R. R., and Barren Fork River.
Large dwelling, 6 rooms, 2 halls and porch
es-%outhouses, large barn, good spring,
rock spring house, automatic water carrier,
&C., 1000 bearing fruit trees, land mostly list
and I'd river bottom land and strictly first
classic acres timber, poplar, beech, sugar
tree, walnut &c. Any one wanting a good
farm can't do better in Warren county.
will sell land, stock, tools and crop, and
give immediate possession if desired. Terms
reasonable. WILLIAM WHITE,
McMinnyille, Tenn.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
w, F. BLACKMAN AND Il. o.
WATTS.

As promised in our Issue of last week,
when we gave names of the gentlemen
whom we favored for.the Legislature
and sheriff, we this week give our
position for District Judge of this Ju-
dicial District, as also our choice Tor
Clerk of the Court of this Parish.
For the first position, we name the
present incumbent, Judge Wilbur +.
Blackman, who so very successfully
for the past ten years, has filled this
high and responsible position with SO
much credit to himself and honor to
his people; man we'll varsed in the
| law and its technicalities, consequent
ly Judge of the highest order: Judge
Blackman possesses in an eminent de,
gree all the requisite qualities for said
position; his long experience on the
bench adds another reason why he
should again be reelected. Ii party
service is to be taken into considera-
ton then the gentleman will be re-
nominated, as we hope he will. Ills
election IS almost a certainty.
Taking off the first, leaves US tc
talk of the latter named gentleman
George 0. Watts, the present ethclen'
and painstaking clerk of the District
Court of this Parish. And who does
not know him, and who is there in tins
large Parish of ours who would sa!
aught against him or his good name
we answer, none George 0. Waits
has made Rapides Parish CLERK o
, the Court of whom she might we'll fee
proud; an officer whose every dut..
| has been faithfully performed. A con
, sistent Democrat. he has never faltere'
, in his line of party fealty; an honest
, upright, courteous and polite gentle
!, man, he has always strived to DO hi
. duty. He now asks further recog
: milton from his people, a reelection
, his present position, giving as guar
antee his past services as clerk l
everv corner Of Rapides he is known
5 his name being synonym OF ever.
y thing that is high, and noble, an
o we say re-elect him. A better ma
IS for the position cannot be found
~ Give us Geo. 0. Watts for CLERK.
. The two are good officers and "
- sincerely trust they will be re-electe
~ Next issue we will name our chol'
II for two more of the officers to
20 elected.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
CARD.

We would respectfully call the at
tcntion of Sunday School teachers and
all others who intend having Christ
mas Tree, that from our unusually
large stock of TOYS, CHRISTMAS
NOVELTIES, ETC, we will supply
them in such quantities as they may
need at specially low prices. Also
country merchants who may desire to
handle a small and we'll selected stock
of these goods, during the Holidays,
will find it to their advantage to buy
from US. Our stock of Christmas
Goods are the most attractive evel
brought to this market.
| FERGUSON & SCHNACK,
jewelers..
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
Grand Distribution of Prizes
Free TO All.

A ticket given free to every purcha-
ser of one dollars worth Of goods at
Ferguson & Schnack's Bazaar See
our list of prizes l. One Fine Cathe-
dral Gong Parlor Clock, valued at
$500. 3. One Fine Plush Toilet
Sett. 3. One Dozen Quadruple Plate
Silver Spoons. 4. One New-style
Waterbury Watch and Chaiu. You
may draw them all.
FERGUSON & SCHNACK,
jewelers..
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
IGRAND FAIR-BENEFIT OF
PUBLIC LIBRARY.

On last Monday morning, at II
o'clock, the Alexandria Public Libra
ry Society met. The President, Hon.
r. p. Hunter called the meeting to
order. 1t was decided by the Socie-
ty to give grand fair on Wednes-
day night, Dec. 18th, and on Thurs
day and Thursday night, Dec. 29th.
1887. On the last night, after II
O'Clock, dancing will take place. The
price of admission will he % cents.
The following is the list of ladies'
appointed to superintend the Fair,
take charge of tables and other de-
partments of work:
Mrs. j. G.. White was unanimous
" elected manager of the fair and
supper.
Fancy and Coffee Tables-Slrs. E.
Mathews and scholars.
Fancy Table-Mrs. Sarah Gehr and
sisters. .
Fancy Table-Miss Belle Lewis.
Miss Nellie Began, MISS omltn aho
Mise Net;iy. Paul.
Post-Oftice-Miss Lula Bringhurs
and Miss Grimshaw.
Gumbo Table-Mrs. Connolly ant
Miss Laura HUE.
Candy and Fruit Tahle-Miss LIZ
zie Pickens, Miss Larkie Fox, ant
Miss Mary Hilton.
Supper-Mrs. A. Jarreau, Mrs. =
H. Mccormick, Miss Mary Aaron
Miss Alice Paul and Mrs. Ncttie Cal
Wit.
The meeting adjourned to meet a
City Hall, on Dec. Goth at II o'cloc
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

The Lotto party given at Mrs. ia
cob Geiger's on Wednesday evening
last, complimentary to Miss Natille
Israel, of Vidalia, vas a most enjoya-
BILE affair. The nis est of refreshments
were served. The following ladies
and gentlemen were present: Misses
Cleona We'll, Flora Levin, Mary
Aaron, Mrs. Fannie Seiss, Mrs. Rose
dale, Misses Sarah and Gertie Rosen-
thai, Misses Fannie Mayer, Augusta
Warshauer, Carrie We'll, Mollie Good.
low, Mrs. Henry Genius, the Misses
Phillips and Kramer, Misses Nora
Christian, Belle Lewis, Laura HUE
Maggie aud judith Cruikshank, Fan
ME Alderman, Augusta We'll, Mrs, At
ferman, Mrs. Fluck, Miss Esthe
Hirschman, Misses Matte and Clar;
Cruikshank, from Bayou Rapldes.-
The following gentlemen were present
Felix and Geo. Bauer, Sam We'll, Ma
than Mayer and Sol Mayer, Sydne,,
Schmalinski, Michael Aaron, Ihoma
Murphy, Peter Irving, Ben Rosentha|
Leon Weinburg, and Rollo Jarrear
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

r1 We are authorized to announce
DAVID T. STAFFORD
az candidate for Sheriff OF the PARISH q, o.
Rapides, subject to the nomination Oh sh'
Democratic party.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

ALEXANDRIA, La,
Dec. 9, 81.
Editor Democrat:
l was not present at the meeting OF
the Nichols Club when the resolution
was passed stating that the Nichols
Club would support for the Legisla-
ture and Senate only Nichols men. |
most emphatically protest against this
resolution, as | think i; would create
bitter feelings in our Parish the two
parties. VIM. HARRIS
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

ON the 9TH inst, at the residence
of the brides parents, Hunter Neal
aud Miss Amanda Squires were united
ia matrimony.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

ON Monday evening, the 10Th Of
December next, at the Town Hall, an
interesting debate on the subject Of
"Woman's Suffrage" will take place.
The debaters are: Messrs. Julius Ar.
all and Henry Geiger in the afhrma'
tive, and Messrs Horace H. White
and Andrew Cammack in the mega
tive. The proceeds realized are te
he used for the benefit of the Alexan
dria Library Society.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

wr We are authorized to announce
JNO. W. HICKMAN
as candidate for Clerk OF the iwel .li
District Court, subject to the nomination
of the Democratic Convention.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
TO PARISH CENTRAL COM
N1lTTEE.

AvocA, La, Dec. Z, 1887.
Editor Democrat:
would like through your paper
to call attention to the meeting OF
the New Parish Democratic Commit
tee on the 18th, and urge upou the
members the Importance of be-
ing present at that time, as the Com
mittee will not only organize, but
will probably call a Parish Nomina.
ting Convention. Such action will
save much trouble, and l now give
notice that shall move the calling
of Convention by the Committee a
this meeting.
Very Respectfully,
JAMES JEFFRIEs.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Since the 9th of November, the
time when the river commenced rising
here, up to yesterday morning at s
o'clock, it had come up by the govern
ment gauge nine feet; for the "a hrs;
ending Yesterday morning at s, it had
risen % inches.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-PEcANs, Filberts, English Wal
nuts, Brazil nuts, Almonds and all
kinds of nuts at RosenthaPs.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Moses Rosenthal, the Boss Fam
ilv Grocer of Alexandria, has his store
full of everything that is good to eat,
but he is receiving fresh groceries 10y
every train. Parties in search OF
groceries can find just what they want
| at Rosenthal's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

--V1sIT Albert's and see tie J oTs
aud Novelties. No trouble to sli"W
them.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

We have still jew Prize Dress
es left, after having given a large
number away last week. Don't fail
to get one. Bauer & We'll.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

OLD Santa Claus Headquarters
are at Ferguson & Schnack's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Or course the fruit cake must he
made for Christmas. Radcliffe x San
ford have the necessary ingredients.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

We return thanks to Mrs. Mos
Rosenthal for refreshments, sent US on
NJ onday.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

The Circus boat, the Pauline
was built in Pineville, and was recog
nized by many of our people.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Mr.. E. NJ. stapp, representing
E. H. Chase & Co., Louisville, Ky,
was in our City on Monday.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-ArMoRE's celebrated Mince Meat
and Hecker's A No. oat meal can
he purchased at the model grocery OF
Moses Rosenthal.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Fancy Chairs and Rockers at
Ferguson & Sahnack's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

AN investment of 10 cents at Rat
cli.fe & Sanford's entities you to one
chance in target rifle, together with
q prize free at the time of investment
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

You will, of course want to make
a nice present at Christmas. Call at
Jacob Geiger's, proprietor of the Ea-
gle Drug Store, and YOU assuredly
find what you want.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

~ hereby announce myself as can an
didate for Clerk of the Court, (iweiith
Judicial DISTRICT subject to nomination
bv the Democratic Convention. ,,,
" GEORGE 0. WATTS.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

FINE Candies and Nuts of every
description just received at Radcliffe
X Sanford's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Our Ambretta Glass goods, va
tiegated colors, in silver stands, are
the latest attraction. Ferguson Il
Schnack, jewelers..
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

THERE was Lotto at Mrs. Mo-
SEES Rosenthaps on Sunday night. All
present had a splendid time.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

ONE car load of choice feed oats,
cheap, at Ratclitfe & Sanfords, next
door to Post Office.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

ROGERS Table Cutlery and Quad
ruple Plate Silver Table Ware, at
Ferguson & Schnack's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-BREECH and muzzle loading shot
guns, Winchester rifles, loaded Shells
Compare our prices. Ferguson and
Schnack, jewelers..
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

For a real nice article for a
Christmas present you should call at
Geiger's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-Prang's Prize Christmas Cards at
Ferguson & Schuack's.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

DR.. Welsh, who our people will re-
member was here last Spring, has
come to Alexandria again He was
to have given performance last night
Oh the street, near the postoitice
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-GErGER's display Of Christmas
Cards is beautiful. The cards are the
nrettiest ever seen.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

FIREWORKS of all kinds, at
low prices, at tie Eagle Drug Store.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

nc n candidate for District Judge of the
Twelfth Judicial District subject TO INV
nomination of the Democratic Convention.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Apples Is cents per dozen at
Radcliffe & Sanfords.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

ON Friday night last, at the resi-.
dence of Mr.. JAS. Andrews, pleasant
sociable was given N honor of Misses
Matte and Clara Cruikshank, of Ba-
yau Rapides.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

For pure and cheap eatables and
dulicacies, 90 to Radcliffe Il Sanford.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-FrSE Bermuda Hay; by the bale
or ton, can be had at Moses Rosen-
that's grocery.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

IA We are authorized TO announce
JOHN G.. RYAN arm,
as a candidate for District Attorney i-Ih
Judicial District, subject to the honiina-
tion of the Democratic Convention.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
WE GIVE

To every purchaser of FIFTY CTS.
worth of Halliday Goods, chance in
THREE VALUABLE PRIZES.
A. ALBERT d SON.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

-ATMoRE's Mince Meat, at Rat.
cliffe g. SaGfords.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14
Our Cotton Compress:

Mr.. Jonas Hitler has returned from
New Orleans, On Monday he went to the
country and purchased 81 bales OF cotton.
Eow's that for business!
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

anQrla. ...''''. TA %
And which can be saved by planters
and merchants on shipping to this
point-S1.35 per bale. We will here
add that planters and merchants SELL
ing their cotton here. are much better
satisfied with their weights here than
the returns they receive from New
Orleans. The charge of % cents per
bale fer selling the cotton in Alexan-
dria can be saved by planters coming
to town and selling their cotton in
person, thus reducing the expense
simply to amount of freight paid.
Parties bringing their cotton in on
wagons are subjected to no charge
whatsoever and save fully So per
bale.
Messrs. Rogers & Williams and Mr..
L. V. Marye will attend to the weigh
ing and selling of any cotton ship
ped to them at the moderate cost Of
SOC per bale.
Try the Alexandria Cotton Marke
and you will not ship again to New
Orleans. So saved is SO made.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Coz. James G. Wise was in Town
yesterday.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

Trunks. Valises, satchels, at most
reasonable prices at Bauer and We'll.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

~ We are authorized to announce
T.. G. HUNTER
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-12-14

"a n candidate for District Attorney OF
the Twelfth Judicial District, subject, 10
the nomination of the Democratic Con-
yentIOn,